Yosemite Mountaineering School, Yosemite National Park

This school offers instruction in hiking, backpacking, and back-country skiing, however it is primarily known for its rock climbing classes. Yosemite is a great place to learn to climb and many participants gain the skills needed to climb Half Dome and other mountains in the park. All instructors are certified climbers. If you want to practice your climbing skills, this is the right place.